PIIPER Will Transform Policymaking In Nigeria–Shettima

Vice President Kashim Shettima has given an insight into the Presidential Initiative for Innovation, Policy Evaluation, and Research (PIIPER), saying the initiative is targeted at transforming policymaking in Nigeria through a multifaceted approach.

He outlined the approaches to include “encompassing data gathering, rigorous research, innovation integration, stakeholder engagement and thorough documentation of government functions and decisions.”

Shettima disclosed this yesterday during a meeting with a delegation from the Firoz Lalji Centre for Africa from the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) and a pre-launch meeting of the Presidential Initiative for Innovation, Policy Evaluation, and Research (PIIPER).

In his address titled, “Our Journey to a Data-Forward Future,” the Vice President in a statement by his spokesman, Stanley Nkwocha said, “PIIPER will further extend its reach by coordinating national policy research and innovation fellowships, fostering regular dialogues, and engaging in comparative analyses to benchmark Nigerian policies globally.

“This initiative is geared towards addressing Nigeria’s development challenges, promoting transparency, and collaboration to ensure effective governance and sustainable development.”

Senator Shettima sought collaboration on PIIPER with the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) and its delegation from Firoz Lalji Institute for Africa, describing the initiative as a transformative journey.